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Nihon-yamorizame (Broadfin sawtail cat shark)

Galeus nipponensis

Least Concern

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The Broadfin sawtail cat shark (Galeus nipponensis) is a species in the genus Galeus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (軟骨魚綱)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (メジロザメ目)

Species

Galeus nipponensis (Nihon-yamorizame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Nihon-yamorizame

Spanish Pintarroja nipona

French Chien planeur

Arabic قِرش قِطّ مِنشار طيَّار

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African sawtail cat shark

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nihon-yamorizame?

The scientific name of Nihon-yamorizame is Galeus nipponensis. It belongs to the genus Galeus.

What is the conservation status of Nihon-yamorizame?

Nihon-yamorizame (Galeus nipponensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Nihon-yamorizame live?

Nihon-yamorizame is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Nihon-yamorizame belong to?

Nihon-yamorizame (Galeus nipponensis) belongs to the genus Galeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Nihon-yamorizame endangered?

No, Nihon-yamorizame (Galeus nipponensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Nihon-yamorizame belong to?

Nihon-yamorizame (Galeus nipponensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Nihon-yamorizame?

The closest relatives of Nihon-yamorizame in the genus Galeus include Hashinaga-yamorizame, Macke, Taiwan-yamorizame, Yamorizame, Peppered cat shark.